If life is a blank canvas and all people are artists, the big challenge we all face may be expressed this way: Will we ultimately produce something approaching a masterpiece, an acceptable but not particularly memorable work of art, or a creation that wouldn't even be purchased at a yard sale?

There is one message children can never hear enough as they grow up, and adults should never forget as long as they live: To accomplish big things, you must first dream big dreams.

The best thing about fear is that it provides a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate courage.

Even though it runs counter to popular belief, Life's critical decisions are usually made in the heart and only later ratified by the brain.

The best teachers aren't those who answer our questions, but those who question our answers.

The best time to give feedback to strong people is when they're feeling weak, and to weak people when they're feeling strong.

We can never truly understand the people we hate; we can never truly hate the people we understand.